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Park Ridge, IL

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Park Ridge is a scenic community just minutes from O’Hare Airport

Scenic Suburban Shopping River Architecture Airport Illinois

Park Ridge is a scenic residential community in Cook County, just minutes from O’Hare International Airport. Once a brick-making powerhouse in Chicago, Park Ridge’s locale is the ideal place for those looking for modern comforts in a quaint suburban setting.

Residents enjoy the scenic trails at Forest Preserves, the brands at Fashion Outlets of Chicago mall, and the proximity to Interstate 294. The Des Plaines River makes up part of its western border. Pickwick Theatre is a community landmark with an Art Deco design that dates back to the 1920s.

In addition to air travel, residents are comforted by direct access to rail transit and major freeways near their apartments. Golf enthusiasts will adore Park Ridge Country Club.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Park Ridge, IL is $1,034 for a studio, $1,675 for one bedroom, $2,259 for two bedrooms, and $2,747 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Park Ridge has increased by 1.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,675/month
527 Sq Ft
House
$3,512/month
1,668 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,013/month
885 Sq Ft
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Transportation

74

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

42

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

56

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Franklin Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

551 Students

9
out of 10

Eugene Field Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

624 Students

7
out of 10

Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

703 Students

6
out of 10

George B Carpenter Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

438 Students

6
out of 10

George Washington Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

583 Students

5
out of 10

Lincoln Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

757 Students

7
out of 10

Maine South High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,495 Students

10
out of 10

Maine East High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,808 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Wildwood Nature Center
  • Dam No. 4 Woods-East
  • Chippewa Woods / Axehead Lake
  • Catherine Chevalier Woods
  • Big Bend Lake

Airports

  • Chicago O'Hare International
  • Chicago Midway International

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